We enjoyed visiting withthe owners and Lucky ! Rooms are clean and quiet. We'll definitely stay again. read more

Super clean and quiet. Building is made of hollow blocks, so I'm serious about how quiet it is. Great water pressure. Owner is very nice and accommodating. read more

Excellent service and a comfortable and clean room. We arrived around 2:30 AM and the owner, Tushar, couldn't have been nicer. We were made to feel welcome, even at that hour. Thank you. read more

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Great room, comfortable bed. The bathroom had extra stuff like toothbrushes, combs, and toothpaste (handy for travelers). The host gave us snacks and water late at night when we arrived. Little chick lives at the property. She is cool and friendly read more

Starlight Motel - Hotels Near Me - Big Pine, California

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When are PCT plans took a turn. We decided to stay in the area for a few more days and chose the starlight Motel based on the yelp reviews. As other yelpers mentioned, it's a great stay. The hosts are amazing and kind. The fruit basket and cookies to welcome you along with a cold beer made it even more amazing. It's so far better place to stay that the other two choices in town. The cinderblock walls ensure that the room is very quiet. You will not be hearing your neighbors through the walls. Fish cleaning station for those of you who like to angle plenty good fishing just up the canyon in Pine Creek. I would highly recommend staying at the starlight motel if you're passing through big Pine and looking for some lodging, we stayed for four nights and really enjoyed it! read more

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Know going in that this ain't the Ritz. It's an old school independant roadside motor court right out of the mid twenth century. Basic in the physical. However, I spend 100 nights a year on the road, and have for many years usually @ Marriott or Hilton's. This room was one of the cleanest rooms I have ever had the pleasure of staying in. Every effort has been made to make the room comfortable. The staff was as fantastic and made sure I was well cared for. I truly felt appreciated. It's also in one of the most beautiful area of the country that has limited options for lodging - they did great. Plus they have adopted a stray chicken. read more

A simple, clean motel nestled in the Eastern Sierras. The staff was kind and knowledgeable about the local area. I loved hiking and stargazing in Big Pine. It is close enough to Mammoth Mountain and Mammoth Lakes for a day trip. The beds were comfortable, and I loved meeting their mascot, Lucky the chicken. The outdoor fire pit and picnic area were fun places to gather with my group. read more

This is the best place to stay in Big Pine. It is clean, the bed is nice, and everything works. And, if there is any issue, the owner, who is a very nice man, is on site and very quick to resolve any problems. We had trouble working the window shade and he came immediately to help. read more

I love these small, mom & pop, motels. They're usually quiet and cozy, and the Starlight is that and more. Let's start with the easy parking right in front of your room, that's a plus. The room has everything you could want, A/C, nice flatscreen TV, microwave, refrigerator, extra blankets, bathroom amenities including toothbrushes, comfy bed, and walls that are soundproof. I will be back. read more

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Clean, quiet and nice people. Rooms are nicely laid out and the materials are simple and classic. A definition of quality is that you get what you expect, so I'd say High Quality. read more

This is a wonderful motel in Big Pine. My first contact with the manager/owner? came when he had no vacancy. He told me that, then asked if I would like some water! Have stayed there twice since. Last time was quite nice. A bottle of water, a tray with fruit and cookies came with the room key. Lovely rooms, with all manner of things provided. The best place in that part of the eastern Sierra! read more

My family and I had a great stay at Starlight. The service was great, rooms are clean, check in was fast and easy. This place is quiet and comfortable. I give them read more

Best place to stay in Big Pine! Owned and managed by a super friendly couple. Clean and nicely updated. We stayed in a 2-bed unit with 2 large queen beds, with all the amenities needed, frig, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer. Large walk-in closet with plenty of space for all our stuff. Bathroom is a bit small but reasonable. Will definitely come back. read more

Fine for the cost. Appeared clean. I like the little basket they provide you with various little amenities. However, the bed in room 17 is unacceptable. The springs make a loud noise every time you move. Very annoying and unacceptable. The issue needs to be resolved instead of ignored. read more

The hosts are so warm and welcoming. We came here with four friends (some had three rooms total). Beds are firm, and the mattresses are good quality. Everything is clean and fresh and comfortable. The motel is small and quaint. It's like taking a journey back in time to road-tripping through mid-century America. There's a nice patio area to sit and enjoy the big sky and fresh air. Excellent, generous hospitality. read more

We stayed here end of August, 2004. Hard to remember all the great things about this hotel but the owner is a peach who knows how to give top notch service, from a nice gift basket at check in with water bottles and fresh fruit to beyond a clean room. The best bed I have ever slept in ever including at home, really top level linens, every thing you might need or forget to bring in the way of toiletries including tooth brushes, immaculate fridge, nice bamboo floors (no normally disgusting carpet), parking right in front of your room and more!! Will never stay in Bishop again - this is the spot. Bob Jarrard read more

Very cute motel and the kindest owners. We needed some help and the owners went above and beyond to be hospitable to us. Room was very clean and a/c strong! Thank you! read more

This is a simple but lovely place - every time I've stayed there I sleep well. The beds are amazing, service is great, and the rooms are clean and nicely decorated. You won't be disappointed. read more

wonderful place and wonderful owner. I was camping alone nearby and didn't feel safe on my last night so I decided to go to a hotel, the owner was so accommodating and helpful, handling the entire check in process over the phone at 11pm He even let me get into the room first before I gave payment over the phone so that I could feel secure about giving my personal information. The room was clean, had everything a person could need, including a toothbrush with the toiletries. He said that he had just purchased the business, and I have no doubt he will make it a success with the level of hospitality and attention to detail he provides. read more

My wife and I stayed here last weekend and were really happy with our choice. The owners are incredibly kind and hospitable - we arrived late, but they stayed up for us and advised us on where we could find food. The room was clean and quiet and I'd be happy to stay here again the next time I pass through. read more

I just love the proprietor Tushar Oza. The nicest and most wonder owner who goes the extra mile to give Free snacks/Fruits/juice and water bottles to his guests. Starlight is in 511 S Main Street Big Pine..not lone Pine so I apologize about the error. He gives rarely seen hospitality and professionalism that he gives to all of his guests. I had the privilege of getting to know him and his sister at the courthouse motel in Independence California. I highly recommend staying at the starlight motel in Big Pine California and a wonderful shout out to my new friend Tushar who went the extra mile to make our stay more pleasant!! read more

I fell in love with this motel! Mostly because of the very kind service from Tushar, who took great care of us for our stay, was very accommodating. It is clear he loves his business and his customers. The room was very clean, the bed comfy, and the heater worked very well. The views of the Eastern Sierra the next morning were incredible and posted on IG of course. We will always stay at Starlight on future visits. read more

Starlight Motel - From the parking lot - Hotels Near Me - Big Pine, California

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Poorly maintained with small bathrooms. Pet fees are too high for what you're getting.

Phenomenal customer service from the owner PJ. He is very personable and accommodating and an outstanding gentlemen. His customer service alone made the stay 10/10. Clean and cozy rooms. We will definitely be staying here again in the future. read more

Adorable little hotel! We checked in late, and out early, and saw literally no one the entire time. The room itself was nicely kept, and as my kids said with amazement, "It even smells good!" It was clean; bed, pillows, and blankets were nice. They had everything we needed, including extra towels, pillows, soap, shampoo- and even toothpaste and toothbrushes! Thanks for a great night! read more

Great little place and the owners very accommodating!! Dog friendly with clean rooms.

Headed to June lake/Mammoth but wanted to stop at Big Pine to hit up some creek fishing. From making reservations, checking in and plans to check out next day, Tochar was superb and accommodating. The room (room 10) is quaint and carries all the amenities we need. There's no ice machine on the premises, but if you ask the front desk, they will gladly accommodate you with a bucket or two or three. The premises is clean and well manicured. Each room has its own designated parking space making it easier for guests to park The shower is perfect putting out nice strong flow of water. It's great after a long day of fishing. They put out extra amenities such as a toothbrush, hair comb and toothpaste along with make up remover, and lotion. The shower as shampoo and body gel dispensers. There's a huge walk in closet for your luggage and clothes. The walls are cement blocks so you don't hear a thing from your neighbors or outside activity. Coffee maker (excellent coffee) microwave and small frig. We would definitely come back. read more

This has to be one of the best little roadside motels we've ever stayed in. Tushar, the owner, is wonderful. What a helpful man! He goes above and beyond to make sure you're comfortable at his motel. He let us know the hours of all the nearby eateries. What attractions are nearby. And not only did he know what was happening in his little town of Big Pine, but he was knowledgeable in what was what in neighboring towns as well. The rooms were quite and clean. The view of the nearby mountain range was spectacular. If you're ever traveling down the 395 and need a place to spend the night you can't do better than the Starlight Motel. Thanks Tushar! read more

Amazing service, the owner was extremely helpful and we were so stressed out because the 395 was closed and he saved the day! The room is super clean, extra pillows and the bed is huge. We will definitely be coming back! read more

Can't say enough about how accommodating starlight motel was. We called at 4am really tired, needing a place to stay. They were so helpful and checked us in at 6 am with ease. The room was super clean and comfy with one of the best showers and water pressure I've ever had. We left an item behind and they were willing to ship them back, however we were able to reroute our trip and pick them up. They answered every phone call promptly, and followed up with us immediately. I would highly recommend this establishment. read more

Very nice owner/operator. He cares about your stay. Clean rooms and quiet. Would stay again if in the area.

This motel is easily located off the 395. The rates are reasonable, the rooms are clean and well stocked, and the owner and staff are incredibly kind, personable, and ready to make your stay as smooth and comfortable as possible. We will definitely be back when a place to stay along the 395 is necessary. Thanks Tushar! read more

We stayed here on July 12th after hearing some amazing reviews and needing a last minute place to stay. Tushar is amazing and SO accommodating. He took myself and three others, as well as my small dog in at the last minute. Room was very affordable and clean. Nice deck with a barbecue and plenty of seating outside. He also has a fire pit and fish cleaning station. If I could leave 10 stars I would. We will definitely be returning. read more

This is a special place. We had planned to stay just for one night on our way from Vegas to Yosemite, but added a night because we felt so welcome and at home. Simple, clean, kind, peaceful. And gorgeous scenery and hiking paths around the corner. Thank you, Tushar! read more

Best service I've literally ever had. Tushar was truly, one-of-a-kind. Good rooms for the price, but the service and hospitality was bar none. Will 100 percent choose this place because of that, the price and convenience, from now on. Beds were comfortable and we all slept extremely well. AC works better than any around, for sure. Will post more, later. read more

It was my first Time traveling from Ontario Ca to Yosemite National Park it was 3:00 am and we stopped to sleep a few hours at first it looked like a regular Motel nothing special when I knock the office a employee booked me in and immediately offered me a complimentary chocolate,water and mints i was really tired but I noticed the great customer service from this guy I went to mi room And I didn't expect nothing special but seriously it was a really big room and it was squeaky clean i was really happy with my stay I woke up to take a shower and they got everything from tooth brush to comb really clean restroom I told my wife OMG this motel its great it was time to proceed our way to Yosemite National Park we're almost driving out and From nowhere the guy who booked me came out of the office to give us water and chocolate for the road and give us the thanks for staying on his Motel This is Costumer Service thank you read more

I booked a room a few months before my arrival for May 24 thru 26 ('19), at an agreed rate of $89 per night ($199 total with tax). I asked for an email confirmation, and after not receiving one, I called back and Tushar mentioned he was having some issues with sending me an email confirmation. I never did receive that confirmation, which should've been the first red flag. Fast forward to four days prior to my check-in date, when I called to let him know I wouldn't be needing the room for the first night, just for the 25th & 26th. He then stated that he hoped he could "rent the room, as it was a busy weekend". I mentioned to him that his motel's cancellation policy states that a cancellation be made no later than three days in advance of check-in to avoid any charges, but during that phone conversation he wouldn't commit to that policy...a second red flag. I checked in on the 25th and stayed the two nights, and at checkout Tushar handed me a bill for $392 for the two nights, WHICH IS ABOUT DOUBLE THE QUOTED RATE!! I told him about our agreed upon price, and he INSISTED that he would never have quoted such a low price for a holiday weekend, and I responded by stating that he should have taken that into consideration before committing to the $89 per night price. Things started to get a bit heated, and he offered to lower the price to $354, at which time I decided to call the police. The best the police could do was document the situation (which they did), so I paid the slightly less ridiculous price and immediately contacted my credit card company to proceed with a dispute against the Starlight Motel and to get reimbursed for the difference. Tushar's tone of voice as I was leaving the office after making the payment was extremely loud, angry and aggressive, a direct contrast to his likeable manner prior to the overcharge dilemma. BUYER BEWARE . . . read more

We only stayed the one night, but that one night was by far the best hospitality in the area! When we arrived there was offered free chapstick, mints & mini chocolates as you check-in. Once in the room it was very clean & many amenities were offered. Juices in the fridge to the toothbrush & toothpaste in the bathroom. The shower was surprisingly amazing the pressure was nice & the temperature was perfect! The next morning there was juices, granola bars, cookies, peanuts & other goodies readily available. Check-out was at 10:00am which was perfect! All in all is was a great experience, we will definitely return! read more

We were headed to Mammoth for our family Vacation and knew in advance the weather was bad. This was just after Christmas. Once we got to Bishop we heard the 395 to Mammoth was closed. Panicked - to say the least- we started calling and calling all the local hotels. Nothing... everything was booked. We called the Starlight and luckily for us 2 rooms were available -(they just had a cancellation). The hotel was just like out of Schitt's creek with the owner/manager Pravin, being one of the kindest, sweetest person we had ever met in our travels. He made us feel like we just came home to visit our family! He wanted to make sure we were all comfortable and safe. Really? Who gets that kind of treatment anymore? The hotel is clean and perfect for a few nights stay. Don't hesitate to stay there. It's nice to give business to someone who actually does leave it the light on for you. read more

I am forever grateful to the wonderful owner of this business! Contrary to what Blanche DuBois has said, I seldom rely on the kindness of strangers. A series of misfortunes has changed my mind. My husband and I got a flat tire in a remote part of the Death Valley with no cellphone service. After sitting on the road for a day, a ranger came to our aid, suggested that we leave the car there and get help the next day, and to get a motel room in the nearest town, Big Pine, an hour away. As soon as I got cell service again, I called to find a room in Big Pine. From the moment I spoke to Tushar, the owner, he greeted me with hospitality. When the ranger dropped us off he opened the room and turned the heater on before even checking us in. He let the ranger use his restroom and gave him juice. He offered my husband and I food and drinks, and gave us local food suggestions. The room was clean, quiet, affordable, warm, and served our needs after a long day of being stranded in the cold high desert. We were unable to secure a rental car, the rangers could no longer help us, and AAA would not drive out to where our car was located. Not knowing what to do, we asked Tushar if he could provide us with some help. Tushar had one of his hired handymen, Gary, drive us out to our car an hour away. Gary helped us remove the tire, drove us to Bishop to get a new tire and a spare, back to the car, and helped put the tire on. Gary was such a life saver. Tushar and Gary went above and beyond what most business owners would do for their clients. If I am ever back in the area I will be sure to stay here again. These are the types of businesses I am proud to support. Thank you Tushar and Gary! read more